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Postdoctoral Researcher, Physics

Wake Forest University · Winston-Salem, NC · 2 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

Job Description

The Department of Physics at Wake Forest University invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in quantum matter. The successful applicant will work in Emilie Huffman's group on projects related to classical and quantum-computational simulations of quantum many-body physics systems. The scholar will also have the opportunity to mentor students in the group. We especially encourage applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas, spanning both numerical and analytical approaches:

  • Quantum Monte Carlo
  • Exact Diagonalization
  • Tensor Networks
  • Machine Learning for Many-Body Physics Techniques
  • Renormalization Group and Perturbative Expansion Techniques (epsilon expansion, large-N expansion, etc.)
  • Conformal Bootstrap

Essential Functions

Will work with the Professor on projects related to classical and quantum-computational simulations of quantum many-body physics systems. The scholar will also have an opportunity to mentor students in the group.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Holds a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field by the start date (anticipated Fall 2027)
  • Strong background in many-body systems
  • Strong publication record in relevant venues
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Background in Condensed Matter, Quantum Information, or High Energy Physics
  • Expertise in one or more of the following areas, spanning both numerical and analytical approaches:
  • Quantum Monte Carlo
  • Exact Diagonalization
  • Tensor Networks
  • Renormalization Group and Perturbative Expansion Techniques (epsilon expansion, large-N expansion, etc.)
  • Conformal Bootstrap
  • Machine Learning for Many-Body Physics Techniques

Accountabilities

Responsible for own work. Physical Requirements: Sedentary work primarily involves sitting/standing, communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Environmental Conditions

No environmental conditions.

Time Type

Full time

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